Ingredients

2 boneless pork-loin chops (each about 4 ounces), pounded 1/8 inch thick 

Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing 

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 

1 loaf ciabatta (about 1 pound), halved lengthwise 

2 tablespoons mayonnaise 

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 

1/4 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese (about 10 slices) 

1/4 pound very thinly sliced Black Forest ham (about 6 slices) 

1/2 cup very thinly sliced dill pickles 

Plantain chips, for serving (optional) 

Preparation

Preheat grill to medium. Brush pork with oil; season with salt and pepper. Brush grates with oil. Grill pork, flipping once, until cooked through and lightly charred, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate.

Scoop out soft insides of bread, leaving a 1/8-inch border. Spread mayonnaise and Dijon on opposite halves, then sandwich cheese, pork, ham, and pickles with bread.

Brush oil over both sides of bread. Grill, weighting with a large cast-iron skillet and flipping once, until cheese is melted and bread is lightly marked, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; slice into 8 pieces. Serve immediately, with chips.